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July 2024 (Click listings for more information).
26. Google fixes Chrome Password Manager bug that hides credentials.
26. FBCS data breach impact now reaches 4.2 million people.
26. Firefox 128.0.3 fixes the problem with websites not loading, on-screen keyboard, & more.
26. Windows 11 gets File Explorer improvements in the latest non-security update.
26. CrowdStrike: Over 97 percent of Windows sensors are back online following outage.
26. Microsoft updates Windows 11 23H2 & 22H2 initial setup (OOBE) with KB5041655.
26. Microsoft releases Edge 127 with Password Monitor improvements & more.
25. Windows 11 KB5040527 update fixes Windows Backup failures.
25. Linux Mint 22 “Wilma” is out now with Linux 6.8 & GTK4 themes.
25. Microsoft Bing & other search engines blocked from accessing Reddit content.
24. Google Chrome now warns about risky password-protected archives.
24. CrowdStrike: ‘Content Validator’ bug let faulty update pass checks.
24. Windows July security updates send PCs into BitLocker recovery.
23. Hamster Kombat’s 250 million players targeted in malware attacks.
23. Windows 10 KB5040525 fixes WDAC issues causing app failures, & memory leaks.
23. Arc Browser is getting native ad blocker, tracking prevention, & more.
23. Surface Studio 2+ gets camera & security fixes in firmware update.
23. Firefox 128.0.2 is out with with fixes for ad blockers, Windows on ARM visual glitches, more.
23. Fake CrowdStrike repair manual pushes new infostealer malware.
22. Google rolls back decision to kill third-party cookies in Chrome.
22. Telegram zero-day allowed sending malicious Android APKs as videos.
21. This Week in Security – July 21 – by Zack Whittaker.
21. CrowdStrike posts detailed guidance to fix Windows BSOD outage issue.
21. Microsoft released a tool for auto-fixing CrowdStrike blue screens of death on Windows PCs.
21. KB5028997: Microsoft updates KB5034441/KB5034440 “0x80070643 – ERROR_INSTALL_FAILURE” fix.
20. Microsoft confirms CrowdStrike update also hit Windows 365 PCs.
19. CrowdStrike update crashes Windows systems, causes outages worldwide.
19. Major Microsoft 365 outage caused by Azure configuration change.
19. Microsoft Edge 126.0.2592.113 is out with fixes for STATUS ACCESS VIOLATION error.
18. Microsoft, NVIDIA, Google, & others form Coalition for Secure AI (CoSAI).
18. Microsoft fixes bug blocking Windows 11 Photos from starting.
18. Surface Pro 8 gets firmware update with multiple improvements & fixes.
18. Microsoft: Windows 11 23H2 is now available for all eligible devices.
18. Microsoft releases Edge 128.0.2708.0 with shutdown improvements & more.
17. Over 400,000 Life360 user phone numbers leaked via unsecured API.
16. VirtualBox fixes TPM Windows event viewer bug, shared clipboard issue, & adds UEFI certs.
16. Email addresses of 15 million Trello users leaked on hacking forum.
16. Microsoft finally fixes Outlook alerts bug caused by December updates.
16. Kaspersky offers free security software for six months in U.S. goodbye.
15. Kaspersky is shutting down its business in the United States.
15. Microsoft shares a temp fix for Windows 11 Photos not launching.
15. June Windows Server updates break Microsoft 365 Defender features.
15. Facebook ads for Windows desktop themes push info-stealing malware.
14. The first PC emulator for iPhone & iPad arrives on the Apple App Store.
14. This Week in Security – July 14 – by Zack Whittaker.
13. Microsoft fixes bugs causing Windows Update automation issues.
13. Microsoft updates official lightweight Windows 11 Validation OS ISOs for 24H2.
12. Microsoft releases new free Windows 11 virtual machines with the latest updates.
12. Microsoft explains how to fix the recently broken Photos app in Windows 11.
12. Microsoft confirms Windows Update API 0x8002802B issues in KB5039302, offers a workaround.
12. Edge & other browsers received improved SVG support thanks to Microsoft.
12. PowerToys 0.82.1 is out with fixes for crashes on Windows 11 & bugs on Windows 10.
12. Netgear warns users to patch auth bypass & XSS router flaws.
12. Massive AT&T data breach exposes call logs of 109 million customers.
11. Arc browser on Windows 11 gets AI features & other changes with Arc Max support.
11. Signal downplays encryption key flaw, fixes it after X drama.
11. KB5025885: Microsoft announces Windows CVE-2023-24932 Black Lotus patch deployment phase.
11. Advance Auto Parts data breach impacts 2.3 million people.
10. Microsoft 365, Office users hit by wave of ‘30088-27’ update errors.
10. Microsoft posts requirements for KB5034441/KB5034440 updates that cause “0x80070643” error.
10. Windows MSHTML zero-day used in malware attacks for over a year.
10. Microsoft fixes Windows 11 bug causing reboot loops, taskbar freezes.
10. Google will make dark web reports available to all consumer Google Account users.
10. Google Advanced Protection Program gets passkeys for high-risk users.
09. Fujitsu confirms customer data exposed in March cyberattack.
09. Windows 10 KB5040427 update released with Copilot changes, 12 other fixes.
09. Microsoft July Patch Tuesday fixes 142 flaws & 4 zero-days.
09. Windows 11 KB5040442 update released with 31 fixes, changes.
09. Firefox 128.0 is out with improved translate, Private mode, & a new ESR release.
08. Computer maker Zotac exposed customers’ RMA info on Google Search.
08. Hackers leak 39,000 print-at-home Ticketmaster tickets for 154 events.
08. Neiman Marcus data breach: 31 million email addresses found exposed.
08. Avast releases free decryptors for DoNex ransomware & past variants.
08. Notepad finally gets spellcheck & autocorrect for all Windows 11 users.
08. RCE bug in widely used Ghostscript library now exploited in attacks.
07. Microsoft posts official guide on Windows local account recovery with password reset disk.
07. Shopify denies it was hacked, links stolen data to third-party app.
06. How hot is too hot? – by Susan Bradley.
05. Microsoft releases new firmware to fix non-working USB-C ports in the Surface Pro 7+.
04. Surface Laptop 7 & Pro 11 get big firmware updates with display fixes & more.
04. Vivaldi 6.8 for iOS is out with tab improved ad blocker & new personalization.
04. AMD Software PRO Edition 24 Q2 driver is available with new GPU support & fixes.
04. OpenAI’s ChatGPT app on macOS was storing all conversations in plain text.
03. MS-DEFCON 2: Never install previews – by Susan Bradley.
03. HealthEquity data breach exposes protected health information.
03. Microsoft Forms enables collaboration features for account holders.
03. Hackers abused API to verify millions of Authy MFA phone numbers.
03. Proton launches free, privacy-focused Google Docs alternative.
03. Microsoft fixed Edge crashes when deleting favorites.
02. KB5039448: Microsoft released 1st Windows 11 24H2 setup upgrade.
02. Xbox is down worldwide with users unable to log in or play games.
02. Microsoft updates Excel on the web with a revamped user interface.
02. PowerToys 0.82 brings new features & improvements to existing modules.
02. Affirm says cardholders impacted by Evolve Bank data breach.
02. Google Pixel 6 series phones bricked after factory reset.
02. KB5041137: Microsoft released 1st recovery update for Windows 11 24H2.
01. Prudential Financial now says 2.5 million impacted by data breach.
01. Microsoft fixes Windows 11/10 blocking updates with 0x80245006 error.
June 2024 (Click listings for more information).
30. This Week in Security – June 30 – by Zack Whittaker.
30. Fake IT support sites push malicious PowerShell scripts as Windows fixes.
30. Microsoft fixes Windows 10 desktop icons jumping between monitors.
29. Microsoft resumes rollout of Windows 11 KB5039302 update for most users.
29. Hackers exploit critical D-Link DIR-859 router flaw to steal passwords.
29. Microsoft confirms recent Windows 11 updates break taskbar.
28. Infosys McCamish says LockBit stole data of 6 million people.
28. Ticketmaster sends notifications about recent massive data breach.
28. Microsoft fixes Edge crashes & printing issues in the latest update.
27. New Unfurling Hemlock threat actor floods systems with malware.
27. TeamViewer’s corporate network was breached in alleged APT hack.
27. Windows 10 will get five years of additional support thanks to 0patch.
27. Microsoft pulls Windows 11 KB5039302 update causing reboot loops.
27. Surface Laptop Go 2 gets fixes for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, & audio issues.
26. Chrome mobile app gets ‘Chrome Actions’ & four new features.
26. Windows 11 KB5039302 update released with 9 changes or fixes.
26. Windows 10 KB5039299 update released with 10 changes or fixes.
26. Opera launches Opera One R2 with Split Screen, AI themes, & more.
26. Today is your last chance to stop Meta from using your data to train its AI models.
26. Proton VPN launches credentialless login on Android & expands free VPN to more countries.
26. Intel releases new Wi-Fi & Bluetooth drivers with Windows 11 version 24H2 support.
26. AirPods firmware update addresses important Bluetooth vulnerability.
25. Windows 11 KB5039302 is out with new emoji, File Explorer improvements, & more.
25. Windows 10 KB5039299 non-security update is out with taskbar & jumplist fixes.
25. Mozilla fixes YouTube playback issues in Firefox.
25. Neiman Marcus confirms data breach after Snowflake account hack.
25. MS-DEFCON 4: Consumers get a break – by Susan Bradley.
24. Windows 11 is now automatically enabling OneDrive folder backup without asking permission.
24. Gemini side panel is now rolling out to Google Docs, Drive, Slides & other apps.
24. New attack uses MSC files and Windows XSS flaw to breach networks.
23. This Week in Security – June 23 – by Zack Whittaker.
23. Can’t get email? – by Susan Bradley.
23. Facebook PrestaShop module exploited to steal credit cards.
22. CDK Global outage caused by BlackSuit ransomware attack.
22. Ratel RAT targets outdated Android phones in ransomware attacks.
21. US sanctions 12 Kaspersky Lab execs for working in Russian tech sector.
21. Change Healthcare lists the medical data stolen in ransomware attack.
21. Tor Browser 13.5 brings Android enhancements & better bridge management.
21. Microsoft fixes six security vulnerabilities in the latest Edge update.
20. Biden bans Kaspersky antivirus software in US over security concerns.
20. Phoenix UEFI vulnerability impacts hundreds of Intel PC models.
20. CDK Global hacked again while recovering from first cyberattack.
20. Official doc suggests upgrading to Windows 11 24H2 may be necessary for Wi-Fi 7.
20. Surface Laptop Studio gets peer-to-peer support over USB-C & fixes for taskbar flickering.
20. Vivaldi 6.8 is out with Mail 2.0, real-time memory usage, & more.
19. T-Mobile denies it was hacked, links leaked data to vendor breach.
19. Mozilla fixes Firefox installation issues in version 127.0.1.
19. Surface Pro 11 & Surface Laptop 7 get day-one firmware with display improvements.
18. Microsoft: Windows 11 Pro to Enterprise upgrade fails with 0x80070005 error since KB5036893.
18. Microsoft: Windows 11 can’t open Photos due to non-Admin Group policy/ CSP policy conflict.
18. Microsoft says bug causes Windows 10 apps to display Open With dialogs.
17. Fake Google Chrome errors trick you into running malicious PowerShell scripts.
16. This Week in Security – June 16 – by Zack Whittaker.
15. OneDrive shared folders on Windows 11 suddenly became internet shortcuts.
15. ASUS warns of critical remote authentication bypass on 7 routers.
15. Microsoft: New Outlook security changes coming to personal accounts.
14. Mozilla Firefox can now secure access to passwords with device credentials.
14. CISA warns of Windows bug exploited in ransomware attacks.
14. Microsoft removes Copilot app ‘incorrectly’ added on Windows PCs.
14. Microsoft Edge 126 launches with AI theme generator and more.
14. Insurance giant Globe Life investigating web portal breach.
13. Ascension hacked after employee downloaded malicious file.
13. First Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs initial tests do not look very good.
13. Windows 10 gets improved Windows Backup with printer settings saving, & more.
13. Surface Laptop 6 gets thermal improvements and bug fixes.
12. Phishing emails abuse Windows search protocol to push malicious scripts.
12. Google warns of actively exploited Pixel firmware zero-day.
12. A new phishing toolkit uses PWAs to steal login credentials.
12. KB5039213: Microsoft fixes Windows 11 “65000” BitLocker bug.
11. Firefox 127 is out with autostart on Windows, tab improvements, & new security features.
11. Windows 11 KB5039212 update released with 37 changes & fixes.
11. Windows 10 KB5039211 update released with new feature & 12 fixes.
11. Microsoft released Defender update for Windows 10/11/Server install images.
11. Microsoft June 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 51 flaws, 18 RCEs.
11. Microsoft fixes taskbar issues in Windows 11 KB5037959.
10. Netgear WNR614 flaws allow device takeover, no fix available.
09. This Week in Security – June 9 – by Zack Whittaker.
08. Microsoft confirms Windows 11 install issues on virtual machines in the latest updates.
08. Microsoft shares details on AI-generated Edge Workspaces for Windows, Mac & Linux.
07. LastPass says 12-hour outage was caused by a bad Chrome extension update.
07. Microsoft makes Windows Recall opt-in & secures data with Windows Hello.
06. Microsoft: Protect yourself with VBS, TPM-based Enhanced Sign-in Security using our guide.
06. Microsoft wants you to ditch Windows 11/10 passwords with the help of MSA using this guide.
06. MS-DEFCON 2: Continuous dribbles – by Susan Bradley.
05. FBI recovers 7,000 LockBit keys, urges ransomware victims to reach out.
05. Google Chrome reduced cookie requests to improve performance.
05. Advance Auto Parts stolen data for sale after Snowflake attack.
05. Microsoft releases guides for Windows 11 Passkeys on how to save, use, & manage them.
05. Check-in terminals used by thousands of hotels leak guest info.
05. Kali Linux 2024.2 released with 18 new tools, Y2038 changes.
05. Microsoft details Windows 11 “USB4 device functionality might be limited” fix.
05. Surface Pro 7+ gets fixes for camera performance issues.
04. June 2024 Office non-security updates are now available.
04. Zyxel issues emergency RCE patch for end-of-life NAS devices.
04. Microsoft Edge 125 gets seven security fixes in the latest update.
03. Collection agency FBCS ups data breach tally to 3.2 million people.
03. 361 million stolen accounts leaked on Telegram added to HIBP.
03. The Linux Mint Software Manager now loads faster & is more secure.
03. Microsoft fixes a bug preventing Surface Laptop Go 2 from restarting in the latest firmware.
02. This Week in Security – June 2 – by Zack Whittaker.
02. Got a NAS? – by Susan Bradley.
02. Windows 11’s AI feature makes it easy to steal everything you view or type.
01. Google Chrome change that weakens ad blockers begins June 3rd.
01. Kaspersky releases a free tool that scans Linux for known threats.